2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
